Paradise Island Resort

Gold Coast



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quiet riverfront accommodation
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A riverfront room suits guests prioritising balcony views, while an apartment suits stays needing cooking and laundry facilities.

Paradise Island Resort is 3.5-star accommodation in a quiet riverfront setting at Surfers Paradise. The property is designed for price-conscious travellers seeking a practical base near the beach, shops, dining and entertainment, while remaining away from the busiest crowds. Public transport is within close walking distance, and the patrolled beach, supermarkets, Cavill Mall and other everyday conveniences are all nearby.

The accommodation is better suited to self-catering and independent stays than to a traditional full-service resort experience. Room types include motel-style hotel rooms, studios, one-bedroom apartments and two-bedroom apartments, with interconnecting options also available. All rooms and apartments are air-conditioned and include a private balcony, while riverfront room categories provide views towards the Nerang River.

Standard Hotel Riverfront and Hotel Riverfront Twin rooms offer a straightforward motel-style setup with minimal facilities and no kitchen equipment or crockery. They suit short stays where location and a balcony are the main priorities. Deluxe Hotel Riverfront rooms add a kitchenette and access to shared laundry facilities, providing extra flexibility without the full layout of an apartment.

The studio and apartment categories are arranged for guests who want more independence during a Gold Coast stay. Studio apartments include a kitchenette, private balcony and washing machine and dryer. One-bedroom apartments add a separate queen bedroom, kitchen and laundry facilities, with riverfront options available. Two-bedroom apartments and interconnecting rooms provide further flexibility for families or travellers needing additional space.

The atmosphere is calm and residential, with the riverfront position giving the property a quieter character than the nearby entertainment precinct. At the same time, Surfers Paradise remains accessible on foot for restaurants, shops, supermarkets, the beach and nightlife. Paradise Island Resort suits travellers who value self-contained facilities, balcony space and a central location over resort-style extras, as well as guests planning either a short break or a longer apartment stay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bookings can be made online or by contacting Paradise Island Resort directly.
It is at 1 Paradise Island, Surfers Paradise, in a quiet riverfront area close to the beach, public transport and the central entertainment precinct.
One-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, along with interconnecting rooms, provide options for families needing separate sleeping areas or additional space.
Self-catering apartments allow meals to be prepared around individual dietary requirements, with kitchen facilities available in studio and apartment categories.
Studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments include a washing machine and dryer. Deluxe hotel rooms use shared laundry facilities.
Standard Hotel Riverfront and Hotel Riverfront Twin rooms do not include kitchen facilities, crockery or cutlery. Deluxe Hotel Riverfront rooms include a kitchenette.
Rooms and apartments include private balconies. Riverfront categories have balconies overlooking the Nerang River.
The property suits price-conscious travellers, short-stay guests and guests planning longer stays who value a quiet location and self-contained facilities.

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